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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Quotation dates: 1556-1593, 1654-1676
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Obtemp(e)ring, vbl. n. Complying with, obeying. Const. direct obj., of and to. — 1556–7 Reg. Privy S. V. i. 20/2.
The said Agnes denuncit rebell … for non obtempering and obeying of ane decrete 1593 Bk. Carlaverock II. 63.
Obtempring 1654 Inverness Presb. 260.
To give his definitive anser concerneing obtempering or not obtempering the former call 1675 Kirkcudbr. Test. (Reg. H.) 1 March.
Throw not obtempering of the said contract and writ 1676 Lauder Jrnl. 214.
For their obtempering to the act of regulations
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